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What 25 Years of Teaching Our Kids Has Taught America’s Teacher of the Year Leon Smith

After a quarter century at Haverford High, 2026’s National Teacher of the Year Leon Smith shares what he’s learned about connection, critical thinking, and helping young people see what they’re capable of.


News

The Biggest Game in Town: Inside the Eagles Media-Industrial Complex

Opinion

A Center City Kid Remembers the Academy of Natural Sciences Museum

Opinion

Dear AT Frenchies, You Had Us at “Geaux Birds!”

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5 Takeaways from the Mayoral Debate

The candidates weighed in on Pope visit, and GOP nominee Melissa Murray Bailey did well.

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Trump on Pope: “I Don’t Like The Little Car”

The presidential candidate and real estate mogul commented on Francis when his motorcade went by Trump Tower.

News

Stephen Colbert Skewers Bob Brady for Stealing Pope Francis Glass

“What the hell is wrong with you?!”

News

Someone Stole a Papal Flag in Philadelphia

You know you’re going to hell when…

PHOTOS: IBA and OPAL Mixer at Field House

Several big announcements were made during the evening’s festivities.

News

Rendell: Nutter Mishandled Papal Visit

And more from our morning report.


Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Best of Philly 2026: Best Philadelphians

Brainiac scientists. The city’s most fanatical fans. A Mister Softee aficionado who stole our hearts — and more of our favorite neighbors this year

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

The 25 Most Philly Athletes of All Time

This city has had a love affair with the pitchers, running backs, goalies, and point guards who have called it home. Here, we present our definitive ranking. Let the debates begin.


Reports: Kim Davis Met With Pope Francis

Just when you thought we were over the Pope in Philly.

NJ 101.5 Radio Producer Joe Votruba Comes Out On-Air

He also thinks that exes can be friends (we’re not so sure!).

News

Swarthmore Alum Wins Genius Grant

Patrick Awuah founded Ashesi University in Ghana.

Opinion

Seven Reasons to Watch the Union’s Open Cup Final Tomorrow Night

And only one involves nudity!

News

After the Pope: So What Now, Philadelphia?

Spikol: This was a very different city during pope weekend. Did Francis’s visit change us?

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76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

76 Other Ways Philly Changed the World

Sure, Philly gave America democracy. But, from bubble gum to the world’s first computer to life-saving medical breakthroughs, Philadelphia’s greatest export is actually our influence.

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

Our Petition Worked — Ona Judge Day Is Now Official

We launched a petition to urge the Mayor and City Council to make May 21st a day to honor the brave former slave who escaped from George Washington — because no one tells Philadelphia to keep the truth to ourselves.


News

This is America, Speak … Whatever You Want

Weymouth: The (not-difficult) choice between Daryl Metcalfe or Pope Francis.

A Note About Our October Cover

By editor Tom McGrath.

The Best Philly Schools for Your Child

A clear-eyed, judgment-free look at getting the best education.

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PHOTOS: 85 Signs Seen During the Philadelphia Papal Visit

Here’s how we communicated this weekend.

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